Billy Bigelow has been dead for 15 years. Now outside the pearly gates, he long ago waived his right to go back to Earth for a day. He has heard that there is a problem with his family: namely with his wife Julie Bigelow, née Jordan, and his child he hasn't met. He would now like to head back to Earth to assist in rectifying the problem; but before he may go, he has to get permission from the gatekeeper by telling him his story. Adapted from the Rodgers and Hammerstein hit Broadway musical.
        
        
                
            Directed by:
                        Henry King                    
        
                
            Starring:
                        Gordon MacRae,                        Shirley Jones,                        Cameron Mitchell,                        Barbara Ruick,                        Claramae Turner,                        Robert Rounseville